By: Marsha Riibner-Cady
NFBPWC Entrepreneur and Small Business Committee Chair (2022-2026) I’m Back! 

Yes, I have agreed to continue to chair the Entrepreneur and Small Business Committee for another 2 years.  President Barbara will also be contributing as she is also a small business owner.  As part of the NFBPWC Club, I hope you will consider joining us on a regular basis for our Entrepreneur and Small Business Committee meetings on the second Wednesday of each month at 8 pm Eastern (a time change to accommodate the folks in the Pacific time zone).  These meetings are open to NFBPWC members and guests.  You don’t have to be a small business owner or entrepreneur to attend the meetings, we welcome everyone! 

Our upcoming program plans are to run our very own “Shark Tank” type of event.  We are looking for sponsors to provide prizes for this event.  Are you interested in registering to be a participant?  Contact your small business committee at smallbusiness@nfbpwc.org 

We will provide trainings each month on a variety of topics including, but not limited to: 

“What do I have to do to legally start a business, is there really this much paperwork?” (Looking for a lawyer to help with this or someone from the Small Business Association) 

“How to balance the books, information on business bookkeeping methods and how to set them up” (Looking for someone to give us the pros and cons on Quickbooks and other accounting software 

“How do I get the word out about my business?” (Need someone to give us a brief overview of marketing options on a tight budget) 

“Pitching methods, how to tell folks about your business in a concise and articulate manner.”  

“Help me get some help for my business!” (Looking for an HR professional who could help us understand the correct/legal questions to ask a potential new hire) 

If you are interested in attending and or sharing your expertise in this program or have an idea of a program for the ESB committee, please contact Marsha at smallbusiness@nfpbwc.org. 

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you… 

I would like to take this opportunity to thank several of our presenters from the past year and encourage you to visit their websites: 

Brooke Burns, https://www.brooke-burns.com/ 

Marcy Stahl, https://marcystahl.com/ 

Jean McDonald, https://businessbrewing.com/ 

Jo Naylor, https://www.etsy.com/shop/joniquas 

And last, but never least 

NFBPWC President Barbara Bozeman who provided her expertise on elevator pitches and other programs, https://www.facebook.com/sightsnhounds/ WE got a thank you! 

President Barbara and I were each presented with a Nike for our work with the ESB committee by Past National President Sandy Thompson at the General Assembly in July.  We want to thank Sandy for attending so many of our meetings and are honored to be recognized for our service. 

Pictured is Marsha’s Nike! 

I want to thank our new NFBPWC secretary, Nermin, for sharing these events with me: 

✓Wells Fargo Equitable Access Boost Camp 

Could your business use a little boost? We’ve got just the thing to help you level up. Apply now to our exclusive Wells Fargo Equitable Access Boost Camp, presented in partnership with the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN)! Over the course of 12 weeks, you’ll get access to expert-led sessions, education, mentorship, a peer support network, and so much more. If you’re a small business owner ready to fuel growth and learn from the experts, apply to one of the 500 coveted spots in this immersive accelerator today!  

There is no cost to apply. Applications are open now through August 16, 2024 at 6PM ET. https://app.helloalice.com/grants/wells-fargo-equitable-access-boost-camp/apply 

We are looking into this program being presented to the ESB committee.  More on that as soon… 

✓The Women’s Business Collaborative is holding an “Action for Impact” virtual event on September 25, 2024, at 10 am Eastern.  Here is some information on the event:  

Join us on September 25, 2024, at 10:00 AM EDT for WBC’s Annual Action for Impact Summit as we unite thousands of attendees on a fully interactive platform, enabling participants to network, connect, and exchange ideas, innovations, and impact in real-time. Join us as we present the 2024 CEO Excellence in Gender Equity and Diversity Awards and the WBC Trailblazer in Gender Equity and Diversity Awards.  Please click on this link for details: https://wbcollaborative.org/wbc-events/wbc-action-for-impact-summit/ 

Is your business listed on our page on the website? 

It’s time to get it done, go to https://nfbpwc.org/Business-Directory-Submission-Formand please remember to send a copy of your logo to smallbusiness@nfbpwc.org  Upcoming dates to celebrate: 

• National Business Women’s Day is on September 22nd, American Business Women's Day honors the accomplishments of the businesswomen across the nation. Take a moment to reflect on the contributions and achievements of the millions of women in the workforce. Also, consider the impact of millions of women business owners in the U.S. 

Action plan, we challenge you to visit as many women-owned businesses in your area, get a picture with the owner and invite her to one of your local club meetings and an ESB meeting.  Send your pictures to smallbusiness@nfbpwc.org with a brief description. Deadline for pictures will be September 25, 2024. 

• National Businesswomen’s Week is October 20-26, 2024 

NATIONAL BUSINESS WOMEN'S WEEK HISTORY:  Lean Madesin Phillips, president of the National Federation of Business and Professional Women's Clubs (NFBPWC), launched the first National Business Women's Week in 1928. It wasn't until 1938 that the week was officially recognized and celebrated every year since.  

What does your club do for NBWW?  Do you need help providing your local mayor or governor with a proclamation for the month?  Please reach out to us at smallbusiness@nfbpwc.org 

Action Plan, have a proclamation read at your local city council meeting and make local officials aware of and supporting women owned businesses and women in business. Let us know you accomplished this task so we can add it to our November magazine article.  Submissions to smallbusiness@nfbpwc.org by October 27, please. 

Looking forward to seeing you at our next meeting on August 14, 2024 at 8 pm Eastern Time. 

From  NFBPWC Entrepreneur and  Small Business Committee 

(Marsha Riibner-Cady – Chair / Barbara Bozeman Vice-Chair) 

 

What are you doing in July? 

Well, Marsha and I are getting ready to  

get down to business  

at the 2024 Biennial General Assembly in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.  

We sure hope to see you there!   

 

 

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Well done everyone who invested their hour with us in June! 

On June 12th – the always insightful extra fabulous Business Coach, Brooke Burns returned for another terrific program: 

Unleash the Power of LinkedIn: Elevate Your Personal and Professional Brand If you weren’t with us, you sure missed out! 

Brooke took us through 

Crafting a Magnetic Headline 

Maximizing the “About Section 

Endorsements and Recommendations and Effective Networking Strategies 

Thank you Brooke Burns! 

and thank you to those who joined us. 

 

Contact Brooke via LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/brooke-burns-coaching/ 

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ESB Page -https://nfbpwc.org/entrepreneur-business-program 

Blog Post -  https://nfbpwc.org/NFBPWC-Blog 

NFBPWC FB -https://www.facebook.com/NatlFedBPWC

NFBPWC Marketplace -        

https://www.facebook.com/groups/nfbpwcmarketplace/ 

 

Register at: 

https://nfbpwc.wildapricot.org/event-5420761 

NFBPWC Entrepreneur and  Small Business Committee
(Marsha Riibner-Cady – Chair / Barbara Bozeman Vice-Chair) 

 

 

What are you doing in June? 

Invest an hour with us on June 12^th, as we welcome Brooke Burns for: 

Unleash the Power of LinkedIn: 

Elevate Your Personal and Professional Brand 

If you are like many people, you might have used LinkedIn as a job search tool. But have you used it to support your business activities or amplify your personal and professional brand? Join us on Wednesday, June 12 at 7 pm, as Business Coach, Brooke Burns, guides you through several strategies to maximize your LinkedIn reach and effectiveness. In this engaging session, Brooke will discuss: 

• Crafting a Magnetic Headline: Learn how to create a compelling LinkedIn headline that captures attention and highlights your unique value. 

• Maximizing the 'About' Section: Transform your 'About' section into a powerful narrative that offers value and connects with your target audience.   

• The Power of Endorsements and Recommendations: Understand the strategic importance of endorsements and recommendations.  

• Effective Networking Strategies: Build and nurture a strong LinkedIn network with personalized connection requests and engaging with your connections’ posts,   

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about maximizing your LinkedIn profile to increase your visibility and connections for your business.  

REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT ON THE NFBPWC WEBSITE: 

https://nfbpwc.org/event-5266592 

Well done everyone who invested their hour with us in May!  

On May 8^th, ESB welcomed Marcy Stahl as she presented: 

Claim Your Genius: 

Build Your Business on Your Superpowers to Generate More Impact, Income and Success! 

Not only was this a fabulous program, but we welcomed Marcy Stahl as a new member of Virtual Club.   

ESB Page -https://nfbpwc.org/entrepreneur-business-program 

Blog Post -  https://nfbpwc.org/NFBPWC-Blog 

NFBPWC FB -https://www.facebook.com/NatlFedBPWC 

NFBPWC Marketplace  -        https://www.facebook.com/groups/nfbpwcmarketplace/ 

By: Marsha Riibner-Cady – Chair, and Barbara Bozeman – Vice Chair 

From NFBPWC Entrepreneur and   Small Business Committee 

(Marsha Riibner-Cady – Chair / Barbara Bozeman ViceChair)  

Join us on May 8^th, as ESB welcomes Marcy Stahl for: 

Claim Your Genius: Build Your Business on 

Your Superpowers to Generate More Impact, Income and Success! 

Would you buy skin care with NO label? Of course not! 

So don’t ask your clients to buy “unlabeled” services or products from you either. 

It’d be wonderful if your work came out of you with a clear inviting description, of who & how it helps and how often to use it. 

But you and your work DON’T come with a prefilled label. 

Instead, *you* have to create that description. 

 

The first step in sorting this out is to get really clear on your unique business superpowers, aka your kind of genius. 

 

REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT ON THE NFBPWC WEBSITE: 

https://nfbpwc.org/event-5266590 

 

 

 

Our April program was just amazing.  

During this 1 hour program on April 10^th, we worked together to come up with concise and engaging commentaries for our businesses 

We embraced the Patrick Dang Formula as we worked through a few writing sessions.   

“I help “X”, achieve “Y”, while doing “Z” X = audience / Y = value / Z = How ESB: 

We help NFBPWC members improve their business and professional experiences by providing quality relevant programming in a monthly online format. 

Denise: 

I make it easy for you to connect to your next adventure and become versed in unique Pennsylvanian experiences. 

Muskan: 

I help clients create lifetime memories for any occasion, big or small, with beautiful personalize gifts. 

Josephine: 

I support clients to achieve mental stability and functioning through therapy and medication management. 

Laurie: 

I entertain audiences with my music and make them happy while having fun engaging with something for everyone. 

Marsha: 

I help you learn to save lives by learning CPR and First Aid at my hands-on classes. 

Twila: 

I help families achieve peace of mind while pre-planning their burial needs. 

Well done everyone who invested this hour with us! 

By: Marsha Riibner-Cady – Chair, and Barbara Bozeman – Vice Chair  

 

 

 

In honor of Women’s History Month, you were all invited to the March 13^th program,  

 

“Share Your Story during Women’s History Month” 

was an opportunity to share highlights and insights from your personal and professional journey, and find connections by building your story. 

Those who attended came away with building blocks toward the April and May programs, and a few made some surprising connections with other attendees.  

Shared with permission:   

I am Djenabou Bah, the Young BPW representative for the NFBPW - NYC Chapter.  I am the founder of Getaway Xpeditions, a travel agency dedicated to creating unforgettable journeys for everyone!  Through my passion for both food and travel, I aim to connect people, create lasting memories, and enrich lives—one plate and one journey at a time. Learn more about Djenabou Bah by visiting her profile in the Member Directory.

I'm Nancy Werner.  I'm the PA Affiliate President, your 2024 National Biennial Chair and a 52-year member.   Ironton Telephone/Internet Company is one of 200 independent telephone companies in the US - started by my grandfather in 1905.  With my sisters Pat Stewart (CEO) and Sonia Fink, we have the distinction of being the only woman-led company of its kind today.  Learn more about Nancy by visiting her profile in the Member Directory.

	This is Kara LC Jones.  She's part of the Virtual Club and lives in WA state.  Pretty much 24/7 she's all about raising grief literacy skills and practices her grief+creativity heARTwork at The Creative Grief Studio." Learn more about Kara by visiting her profile in the Member Directory.
	This is Marsha Riibner-Cady. She is the NFBPWC-NC Club President and the Entrepreneur and Small Business Committee Chair. Her business is Cady CPR Solutions where she is the lead CPR and First Aid trainer. Learn more about Marsha by visiting her profile in the Member Directory.

I’m Denise Stepanik – I am creating a new business offering tours and transportation for tourists visiting the Southwestern portion of Pennsylvania.  My mission:  revealing hidden gems in our area and fostering prosperity for historical, archeological, anthropological, entertainment, natural and lodging sites.  Former Fed and Fayette County Employee in the Talent Management and Human Capital fields.  Expert in job and competency analysis and in applying standards to determine pay comparable to other work in a similar population. Learn more about Denise by visiting her profile in the Member Directory.

This is Barbara Bozeman.  She’s your Virtual Club President.  Every month she’s all about business (Vice Chair of the Entrepreneur & Small Business Committee) and her job is shooting dogs with her Canon.   Learn more about Barbara by visiting her profile in the Member Directory

Be sure to visit these profiles through our Member Directory – open only to NFBPWC members.  

It’s never too late to participate.  Contact your ESB team and we can walk you through the Share Your Story program. 

Email Marsha and Barbara at: smallbusiness@nfbpwc.org  

Upcoming Programs! 

Sharing Your Story is a precursor to not just one, but the next two upcoming programs. 

 

and 

 

More below about Marcy and this fabulous presentation:  

Sign up for these and many other upcoming events by visiting the website 

Be sure to check out the  NFBPWC Entrepreneur & Small Business (ESB) Committee

page on the website, and the Blog Page for NFBPWC, as well as the NFBPWC Facebook page(s), and the NFBPWC Marketplace page.   

    

ESB Page - https://nfbpwc.org/entrepreneur-business-program 

Blog Post -  https://nfbpwc.org/NFBPWC-Blog 

NFBPWC FB - https://www.facebook.com/NatlFedBPWC     

NFBPWC Marketplace  -  https://www.facebook.com/groups/nfbpwcmarketplace/ 

Marsha Riibner-Cady – Chair Barbara Bozeman – Vice Chair  

Annie Easley (April 23, 1933 – June 25, 2011) 

“I just have my own attitude.  

I’m out here to get the job done, and I knew I had the ability to do it, and that’s where my focus was.” 

 

ANNIE EASLEY 

Computer Scientist 

In 1955, Easley began her career as a “human computer,” doing computations for researchers. This involved analyzing problems and doing calculations by hand. Her earliest work involved running simulations for the newly planned Plum Brook Reactor Facility. When hired, she was one of only four African-American employees at the Lab. In a 2001 interview she said that she had never set out to be a pioneer. “I just have my own attitude. I’m out here to get the job done, and I knew I had the ability to do it, and that’s where my focus was.” Even in the face of discrimination, she persevered. “My head is not in the sand. But my thing is, if I can’t work with you, I will work around you. I was not about to be [so] discouraged that I’d walk away. That may be a solution for some people, but it’s not mine.” 

(excerpt from https://www1.grc.nasa.gov/glenn-history/hall-of-fame/biographies/annie-easley/) 

By: Marsha Riibner-Cady – Chair, and Barbara Bozeman – Vice Chair 

For our February meeting, we experimented with Neurograhic Art as a way to help free up our thinking to work through plans and issues personally and professionally.  Thank you to Brooke Burns for leading us through this wonderful and creative and beautiful form  

 

Time Zones:  7pm ET | 6pm CT | 5pm MT | 4pm PT 

Meetings are held monthly on the second Wednesday of the month.  

How:  Online via Zoom. Details will be provided upon registration. 

Be sure to check out the NFBPWC Entrepreneur & Small Business (ESB) Committee page on the website, and the Blog Page for NFBPWC, as well as the NFBPWC Facebook page(s), and the NFBPWC Marketplace page.   

Marsha Riibner-Cady – Chair 

Barbara Bozeman – Vice Chair 

By: Marsha Riibner-Cady – Chair, and Barbara Bozeman – Vice Chair

ESB welcomes Life and Business Coach – Brooke Burns for January

Introduction to AI for Small Businesses will be held January 10^th at 7pm EST

Time Zones: 7pm ET | 6pm CT | 5pm MT | 4pm PT

Meetings are held monthly on the second Wednesday of the month.

Registration will be open on the website as of January 1^st.

How: Online via Zoom. Details will be provided upon registration.

Be sure to check out the NFBPWC Entrepreneur & Small Business (ESB) Committee page on the website, and the Blog Page for NFBPWC, as well as the NFBPWC Facebook

page(s), and the NFBPWC Marketplace page.

ESB Page -

https://nfbpwc.org/entrepreneur-business-programBlog Post - https://nfbpwc.org/NFBPWC-Blog

NFBPWC FB - https://www.facebook.com/NatlFedBPWC 

NFBPWC Marketplace - https://www.facebook.com/groups/nfbpwcmarketplace/

THE ENTREPRENEUR AND SMALL BUSINESS COMMITTEE EXPRESSES GRATITUDE AND RESPECT TO ALL OUR MEMBERS FOR A PROSPEROUS AND EDUCATIONAL 2023

LOOKING FORWARD TO AN EVEN MORE EXCITING 2024

Marsha Riibner-Cady – Chair
Barbara Bozeman – Vice Chair

December Program is now the January program!

As the year comes to a close, most of the world winds down a bit – but the entrepreneurs or business owners, still has a bit more work on their plate…  

Join us for our January meeting for

“Closing out the Annual Books and Gearing up for Tax Season”

Wednesday, January 10^th, 2024, 7pm EST

SO… What does the ESB committee have in store for you in December?

Marsha has decided that it is time to replace her cell phone and explore a new plan and cell phone service provider.  She is seeking guidance from her NFBPWC sisters!

What company provides you with cell service?

What do you like about them?  

This will not be a I phone VS android discussion.  On December 13, 2023, at 7:30 pm Eastern, please join us for:

“Cell phone service, is it better than a can with a string?”

Register at www.nfbpwc.org

By: Marsha Riibner-Cady – Chair / Barbara Bozeman Vice-Chair

ESB and Members in Action:

This month – we are checking in on some of our members who attended another learning opportunity. In September, Brooke Burns led a session for those curious about QR Codes:

Here are the QR codes for a few of the attendees who took her session to heart – and business…

Marsha Riibner-Cady	Teressa Gerhke	Barbara Bozeman
Cady CPR Solutions	PopCykol	Sights & Hounds Photography

Be sure to check out their businesses via the QR codes – and let us know if your business is currently using them.

We’d love to hear from you.

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December Program

As the year comes to a close, most of the world winds down a bit – but the entrepreneurs or business owners,

still has a bit more work on their plate…

Join us for our December meeting for

“Closing out the Annual Books and Gearing up for Tax Season”

Wednesday, December 13th, 7pm EST

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In October and November, your ESB team took a short break to give room and support for the two-part series:

“Launch, Sustain & Grow Your Organization in the Digital World - An Opportunity for NFBPWC Clubs

Nationwide” facilitated by Suzette Cotto.

We hope you took advantage of this wonderful opportunity.

https://www.nfbpwc.org/entrepreneur-business-program

Whether you're an aspiring or seasoned entrepreneur or small business owner, we're here to offer an environment for:

• building connections with experienced professionals who believe in you,

• sharing tools and resources that help you build influential, profitable businesses, and

• inspiring you to grow personally and professionally. Time Zones:7pm ET | 6pm CT | 5pm MT | 4pm PT

Meetings are held monthly on the second Wednesday of the month.

How:Online via Zoom. Details will be provided upon registration.

Be sure to check out the NFBPWC Entrepreneur & Small Business (ESB) Committee page on the website, and the Blog Page for NFBPWC, as well as the NFBPWC Facebook page(s), and the NFBPWC Marketplace page.

ESB Page - https://nfbpwc.org/entrepreneur-business-programBlog Post - https://nfbpwc.org/NFBPWC-Blog

NFBPWC FB - https://www.facebook.com/NatlFedBPWC

NFBPWC Marketplace - https://www.facebook.com/groups/nfbpwcmarketplace/

By: Marsha Riibner-Cady – Chair & Barbara Bozeman Vice-Chair

The September meeting was a great success with one of our newest members, Brooke Burns, leading us through an interactive work session learning all about QR codes and how to enhance your business using them.  

Thank you, Brooke, for the wonderful session and welcome to NFBPWC! 

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We encourage everyone to take advantage of the wonderful opportunity to come in a two-part session for October and November from Suzette Cotto.  You can find the link to sign up on the Events Calendar. 

 

** We have shifted our programming so as not to conflict with this webinar series.  The next ESB business program will be in December (December 13^th) 

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Also coming in October:  

(From our Military Affiliated Women Chair- Alice Gallup-West)

October 26^th – The Veteran Entrepreneur

Did you know that Veterans own almost 2 million businesses and employ over 5 million Americans? Are you interested in entrepreneurship? Or maybe you have a business idea and don’t know where to start…. Or better yet, you are already in business and want to know the next step….level up? Come spend some time with us for a power packed hour of learning and information on Veteran as an Entrepreneur.

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Did you know?

* In the Membership Directory – you can share your business /professional profile and content?  https://www.nfbpwc.org/Directory

* You can promote your business via the NFBPWC Member Business Directory?

https://www.nfbpwc.org/entrepreneur-business-program

Whether you're an aspiring or seasoned entrepreneur or small business owner, we're here to offer an environment for:

• building connections with experienced professionals who believe in you,

• sharing tools and resources that help you build influential, profitable businesses, and

• inspiring you to grow personally and professionally.

Time Zones: 7pm ET | 6pm CT | 5pm MT | 4pm PT

**Meetings are held monthly on the second Wednesday of the month. 

How: Online via Zoom. Details will be provided upon registration.

Be sure to check out the NFBPWC Entrepreneur & Small Business (ESB) Committee page on the website, and the Blog Page for NFBPWC, as well as the NFBPWC Facebook page(s), and the NFBPWC Marketplace page.  

ESB Page - https://nfbpwc.org/entrepreneur-business-program

Blog Post -  https://nfbpwc.org/NFBPWC-Blog

NFBPWC FB - https://www.facebook.com/NatlFedBPWC

NFBPWC Marketplace -  https://www.facebook.com/groups/nfbpwcmarketplace/

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THE ENTREPRENEUR AND SMALL BUSINESS COMMITTEE EXPRESSES GRATITUDE AND RESPECT TO ALL OUR MEMBERS

DURING NATIONAL BUSINESS WOMEN’S WEEK 2023

Recognizing the Drive and Spirit of our Member Professionals and Business Owners in honor of 

National Business Women’s Week 2023

Take a moment (or more) this month – and learn who they are and what they do – and maybe even do some business.

Recognizing the Drive and Spirit of our Member Professionals and Business Owners in honor of 

National Business Women’s Week 2023

Take a moment (or more) this month – and learn who they are and what they do – and maybe even do some business.

FROM DAWN TO DUSK AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN!

The NFBPWC 

Entrepreneur and Small Business Team 

salute you all!!! 

Marsha Riibner-Cady – Chair

Barbara Bozeman – Vice Chair